Investors hungry for strong, safe stock choices, listen up! Brokerage giants SBI Securities and Axis Direct have dropped their top 8 stock picks promising juicy returns up to 23%. These are fundamental buys, so you can hold them with confidence for at least a year. First up is Narayana Hrudayalaya, a healthcare services provider trading at Rs 2,031 with a target of Rs 2,335, offering a 15% upside. Sunny Agrawal from SBI Securities highlights its healthy Q2FY26 results and exciting new entry into the UK market. Plus, a massive Rs 3,000 crore investment plan to expand capacity means growth is just around the corner. Just Dial is another gem. Currently at Rs 763, it could zoom 16% to Rs 890 in 12 months. Known as India’s favorite local search engine, it has a strong cash reserve even though recent performance dipped slightly. Next is eMudhra, at Rs 616 now, with a target of Rs 710, a 15% jump. Its solid growth forecast expects revenue to grow 30-35% in FY26 — a sign of bright days ahead, according to SBI Securities. Retail buffs, pay attention! V-Mart Retail and DMart, both backed by renowned investor Radhakishan Damani, are shining. V-Mart aims for Rs 900 (13% upside) while DMart is poised for a handsome 23% gain, target Rs 4,960. Both benefit from expanding store networks and better profitability. As Suhanee Shome from Axis Direct notes, consumer demand is picking up, GST is easing, and these companies are ready to cash in. FMCG stalwarts Britannia Industries and Nestle India are on the list too. Britannia, at Rs 5,815, targets Rs 6,750 (16% up). Stable input costs and GST cuts are driving demand, especially in daily-use products. Nestle India, currently at Rs 1,277.70, offers a safer 10% upside to Rs 1,410 thanks to its strong brand presence and innovation, though commodity price swings could pressure margins short term. Finally, DOMS Industries at Rs 2,525 could soar 23% to Rs 3,110. This stationery maker is scoring with smart strategies and a cool partnership with global brand FILA, boosting its R&D and worldwide reach. These 8 stocks cover health, tech, retail, and consumer goods, offering you a tasty mix of safety and growth. As always, experts remind us: “The recommendations, suggestions, views, and opinions given by the experts are their own. These do not represent the views of The Economic Times.” So do your homework and happy investing!